Financial Operations Expert

We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to oversee our financial operations, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and strategic alignment in the media and entertainment sectors.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, finance, and inter-company transactions, with experience working within a multi-entity group structure.

The Financial Controller will be responsible for managing entity-level and group-wide financial processes, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliation, manual journals, expense approvals, payment approvals, procurement, statutory reporting, management reporting, revenue recognition, budget setting & variances, forecasting, depreciation & amortisation, payroll, commission management, project-based accounting, intellectual property, vendor & talent payment management, intercompany transactions, consolidated reporting, group treasury management, transfer pricing, group tax strategy & compliance, intercompany service agreements, consolidated cash flow forecasting, group risk management, capital structure management, debt facility management, one-offs, audit coordination, M&A due diligence & integration, stakeholder reporting, and modelling.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex priorities across multiple entities.

They will also possess a deep understanding of AASB standards, OECD transfer pricing guidelines, and ATO regulations, as well as familiarity with project-based accounting and intellectual property valuation in the media and entertainment sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage entity-level and group-wide financial processes
• Oversee accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliation, manual journals, expense approvals, payment approvals, procurement, statutory reporting, management reporting, revenue recognition, budget setting & variances, forecasting, depreciation & amortisation, payroll, commission management, project-based accounting, intellectual property, vendor & talent payment management, intercompany transactions, consolidated reporting, group treasury management, transfer pricing, group tax strategy & compliance, intercompany service agreements, consolidated cash flow forecasting, group risk management, capital structure management, debt facility management, one-offs, audit coordination, M&A due diligence & integration, stakeholder reporting, and modelling

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA or CA certification required

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years in financial management
• At least 3 years of experience working within a multi-entity group structure
• Experience in media, entertainment, or event-based industries is preferred

Technical Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in Xero or similar ERP systems
• Familiarity with expense management tools
• Strong skills in Excel or Google Sheets, particularly for group-level modelling and forecasting

Soft Skills:

• Strategic thinker with strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder and cross-entity collaboration
• Ability to manage complex priorities across multiple entities

Benefits:

• 13th Month Pay
• HMO
• Leave Benefits

Other Information:

• Group Structure: The Financial Controller will manage a complex group structure with the client as the parent company
• Entity vs. Group Focus: Individual Entity Focus - Operational finance activities such as invoicing, payroll, and project accounting tailored to the unique needs of the media and entertainment company; Group-Wide Focus - Responsibilities include financial consolidation, inter-company coordination, tax strategy, and strategic financial oversight to support client's growth
• Industry Context: The role requires adaptability to the financial cycles and operational nuances of both the media and entertainment sectors
• Scalability: The Financial Controller will be expected to implement scalable systems (e.g., Xero integrations, treasury tools) to support future group expansion, including potential mergers and acquisitions
• Compliance: Strong emphasis on tax efficiency, including transfer pricing, group tax strategies, and audit readiness across all entities
• Leadership: The role may include mentoring or managing junior finance staff, as well as coordinating with external advisors (e.g., tax, legal, audit)